Active Model of Support
Engage in an Active Model of Support approach. This model suggests that the person that we are supporting should be an active member of as much of their life as possible while also being able to contribute to their environment in meaningful ways.
An active model of support includes the listed elements in the included graphic. The 4 Essential elements of Active Support help you to put to Active Support into practice:
- Every moment has potential – every task, activity or interaction has opportunities to involve a person.
- Graded assistance to ensure success – provide the right type of support to assist a person to succeed in an activity or social interaction.
- Maximising choice and control – offer choices to increase a person’s control over their life.
- Little and often – support a person to try new things or participate for a short time to increase their experience.
It is recommended to complete the free training in relation to how to implement Active Model of Support by The La Trobe University: www.everymomenthaspotential.com.au